High Protein Veg Burger – Healthy & Simple

Ready in

30 mins

Cuisine

Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

2 Burgers

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~400 kcal

Spicy Level

Recipe by Utthami Kitchen on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Cook Chickpeas and Potatoes

    Soak chickpeas for . In a pressure cooker, combine the soaked chickpeas and chopped potatoes. Add enough water to cover them and pressure cook for 4 whistles until they are soft and well-cooked.

  2. Mash Cooked Ingredients

    Drain all the water from the cooked chickpeas and potatoes. Transfer them to a large plate and mash them well using a potato masher or a fork. Ensure the mixture is not completely smooth, leaving some texture.

  3. Prepare Patty Mixture

    To the mashed mixture, add finely chopped onion, grated ginger, salt to taste, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, 1/4 teaspoon pepper powder, and 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly by hand until well combined and it forms a cohesive dough-like consistency.

  4. Shape Patties

    Divide the prepared mixture into two equal portions. Take each portion and shape it into a thick, round patty, ensuring it's slightly larger than your burger bun.

  5. Slice and Toast Buns

    Slice the burger buns horizontally into two halves. Heat a pan and add about 1 tablespoon of ghee or butter. Place the sliced bun halves, cut-side down, in the pan and them until lightly golden brown. Remove the buns from the pan.

  6. Roast Patties

    In the same pan, add about 2 tablespoons of oil. Once hot, carefully place the prepared patties in the pan. Cook on medium heat for approximately until the bottom side is crispy and golden brown. Flip the patties and cook the other side until it's also golden brown and cooked through. Remove the roasted patties from the pan.

  7. Assemble the Burger

    Take the bottom half of a bun. Spread green chili sauce, mayonnaise, and tomato ketchup generously. Place one roasted patty on top of the sauces. Drizzle some red chili sauce over the patty. Finally, cover with the top half of the bun. Repeat the process for the second burger.

  8. Serve

    Serve the delicious high-protein veg burgers immediately as a healthy and satisfying meal.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)

  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom

  • No Bread crumbs?

    • Crushed crackers or cornflakes
    • Rolled oats, pulsed fine

  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)

  • No Ghee?

    • Unsalted butter (1:1)
    • Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)

  • No Mayonnaise?

    • Plain Greek yogurt (1:1)
    • Mashed avocado (1:1) — Best in dressings, sandwiches.
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy.
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Plan Ahead

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  • Cook Chickpeas and Potatoes8 hours

    Soak chickpeas for 8 hours. In a pressure cooker, combine the soaked chickpeas and chopped potatoes. Add enough water to cover them and pressure cook for 4 whistles until they are soft and well-cooked.

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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • The patty mixture can be

    The patty mixture can be used to make pakoras or fried balls.

  • You can add a sliceCustomise

    You can add a slice of cheese inside the patty before shaping or on top during assembly.

  • For square breadIngredient swap

    Shape the patties into squares instead of rounds.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Cooking tipDo Not Blend Chickpeas and

    Do not blend chickpeas and potatoes in a mixer; mash them for better texture. For very young children, blending can be done.

  • Ingredient noteYou Can Use Black Chickpeas

    You can use black chickpeas or moong dal instead of white chickpeas.

  • Ingredient notePatties Can Be Grilled Instead

    Patties can be grilled instead of roasted for an alternative cooking method.

  • TipFor a Healthier Option

    Skip mayonnaise or use hung curd mixed with tomato sauce.

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